VICTIM AND SADO @ LONDON FASHION WEEK

So today I somehow managed to squeeze in a few shows at London Fashion Week despite the last minute madness of next week's 'A La Mode' Show. I decided to keep the look simple (Midenight blue flowy Vintage dress)and go au naturalle - By this i mean i left the make-up at home.

I met up with friends Daryl, Tara and Semka for the first show. We were later joined by Fiorella from Italy and Amazing hat designer Tracey Rose.

Below: Friends at Victim Show

Below pic: A very VERY tired me with Fiorella and Tracey Rose

The first show I went to see was 'VICTIM' by Taiwanese designer Mel. Her collection consisted of Victorian inspired pieces accompanied by gigantic killer platforms. The hair was big, tights ripped and lips super red. The intricate details on her designs were amazing!

After that we dashed off to catch Bernard Chandran but unfortunately just missed his show so patiently waited for Sado's show.

I fell in love with so many of the pieces from Sado’s show that I don’t know where to start. Her dresses were just gorgeous!! Guys you honestly need to check out her collection.

Gosh it’s funny how small the fashion industry actually is, I mean I saw buyers I haven’t seen for a while coming along to try and snap up some new boutique pieces. I also bumped into designer Samata Angel who I have not seen in ages!!

Below Pic: Me with the Founder of Trendsstop.com

There was absolutely no after show drinks or parties for me as I have so much to catch up with :(

Nite nite

xXx (Bisous)

Links:

www.sadofashion.com

Opportunity to win two return BA tickets to New York at the ‘A LA MODE’ 09 Catwalk show

La Geneve North are offering guests at the 2009 ‘A LA MODE’ Catwalk show the opportunity to win two return BA tickets to New York. Raffle tickets will be available to purchase at £2.00 each in order to enter the prize draw. All proceeds from the raffle will be donated to charity.

Other prizes include a luxury photo shoot at Double Take Studios (value £1,000), Tee Off Times Golf Break and an Estee Lauder Luxury Gift Basket.

The ‘A LA MODE’ Fashion will showcase the Spring/Summer 09 collections of some of the UK’s most outstanding including award wining emerging designers.

‘A LA MODE’ will take place on the 6th March 09 at the renowned creative Arts venue ‘The Rich Mix’ in Brick Lane.

Designers showcasing their collections on the night include award winning designer Danielle Morgan, Thandie Olivia, Veronique Couture, Danielle Scott (Opal Orchid Black) and Maria Cuji.

The entertainment line up includes an exclusive live performance from Ellements Entertainment Group and more.

Guests attending the event include buyers, press, journalists, PRs and other fashion professionals and enthusiasts.

Sponsors supporting the event include L.A Sugar, Vanessa Blake cosmetics, Clicqisse, Cool Cuts and ( Notting Hill).

The after party will be held at an exclusive central London venue.

ENDS

For further information contact:

Buyer and Press queries – theresa@lagenevenorth.co.uk
Event information and ticket purchases – info@lagenevenorth.co.uk

Tickets are £12 in advance for members of the public wishing to attend.

Notes to editors:

About La Geneve North:
La Geneve North Initially launched in 2006 as an ezine with a mission to “inform and entertain local fashion and lifestyle enthusiasts through presenting them with an exciting mix of high quality fashion and lifestyle content”. After discovering the majority of La Geneve North subscribers were emerging fashion inspiring entrepreneurs, La Geneve North decided to turn its editorial focus on featuring articles which engaged the newly discovered fashion entrepreneur reader. In 2007 La Geneve North launched its series of services which included fashion show directing/managing for emerging/Independent International designers.

Since the emerge of its event management launch, La Geneve North have directed and managed Catwalk shows for numerous high profile clients .

Events directed by La Geneve North have been featured in various prominent publications and opened many doors for emerging UK and International designers.

Visit: www.lagenevenorth.co.uk

PICS FROM THE PRE-LONDON FASHION WEEK PARTY AT VENDOME

As you may have seen from my previous post, I exhibited my fashion greeting cards at the pre-london fashion week party hosted by FLaunt Fashion Attraction and Soireenights.com

Below are just a few pics from the night

Enjoy
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To buy my greeting cards online visit:

http://www.lovegenevieve.co.uk/shop.html

Above pic: Me, Myself and I

Amelie in love with My Boyfriend rocks! Card

The lovely Andy O with a friend

Me and the gorgeous Tara

Meeting Emma Bunton and trip down to Vanessa Blake’s new outlet…

Goodness gracious me, I am truly exhausted!!! I have had one of the longest days…in fact longest weeks and become a regular in Central London (lol). With the amount of meetings I have had this week I most def think I need a holiday VERY SOON !!

I woke up today at 6am (which is a regular for me except on a Sunday J) and tried to reply to as many emails as possible as these days I tend to be out for the whole day in one meeting or the other. Well I’m not complaining at the end of the day it is all positive business.

I was meant to quickly nip down to Piccadilly to get my nails down by Vanessa Blake ( www.vanessablake.co.uk ) but what was meant to be a quick trip became a half day trip as I started wondering all the shops and adoring all the new Kurt Geiger shoes.

At Vanessa Blake one of the make-up artist was giving a very happy customer a make-over. The end results were amazing !! and I don’t even want to get started on the eye shadow range as I am just simply in love with them.

Vanessa Blake make-up artist transforming a customer using their fantastic range

Also my greeting cards ( www.lovegenevieve.co.uk )are now stocked at Vanessa Blake so go check them out if you’re around the area!

So upon my stop I met Emma Bunton who was having a family day out with her partner JaDe and son ( who may I add is just absolutely adorable).

Jade ( Emma’s partner) took this lovely pic of us :)

Right I think I’m going to go to bed now as tomorrow is going be a long, long, day!!!

Goodnight my lovelies

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A TRIP DOWN TO GUATE GOAT BOUTIQUE

"The difference between style and fashion is quality." - Giorgio Armani

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I had a long day today so decided to visit Guate Goat Boutique which is always ensured to brighten up my day with their gorgeous selection of handbags…yes HANDBAGS!

As well as having their own collection of bags all exclusively designed by the owner Hal Davis, they also have a beautiful selection of handpicked sourced handbags ensured to give your outfit that extra special touch.

Below pic: Owner and designer Hal Davis

Being a handbag junkie I often find myself spending hours in this shop and the customer service level is honestly second to none.

Below pics:bags from the Guate Goat range

If you love bags and shoes and don’t want to look like everybody else on the High Street, then headover to Guate Goat Boutique in Islington at 65 Fonthill Road, London N4.

DON’T FORGET…

To visit their stand at the ‘A LA Mode’ fashion show on 6^th March 09 to get a glimpse of their amazing designs. For info on obtaining tickets email info@lagenevenorth.co.uk

Links:

www.guategoat.webs.com

www.lagenevenorth.co.uk

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5 mins with FASHION PHOTOGRAPHER CARLI!!!

I caught up with one of my favourite fashion photographer's Carli of Carli-Art.co.uk to learn more about her adventorous photography career so far...
Tell us in brief about your background?
Suddenly I feel l should speak with an American accent! I live in Berkshire and always have done and when money goes my way, I hope to move to London, being a country girl the big smoke still excites me. The eldest of three I have always been interested in identifiers of a person or a statement and the way that fashion or external visual stimulants are used as expression. I stil live in Berkshire and yes, still with the parents’!
What sparked your interest in Photography?
I did a fashion ND but felt it wasn’t the right path for me to express myself, although I loved it and have always and will always be interested in fashion...photography just kind of seemed the next option. It wasn’t because I particularly loved it or anything. Once I had started my BA Hons I just fell in love and it seemed such a natural route of expression, it has stuck ever since.
What kinds of things inspire your photography?
Lots of things but often there are questions we ask ourselves about our lives or who we want to be or just about the way we see the world; I like to explore these questions using a camera. I love fashion, locations and although not religious I find it a subject I am consistently drawn to....the messages within it and the alternative views you can have on these or follow them.
Besides fashion which other areas of photography interest you?
Fine Art photography is a great love and although I often use fashion as a start point it seems to naturally progress to something different. This is where I find I can be a little deeper with my images and concepts. Day to day I do corporate, PR and events and I surprised myself as I really enjoy working with people and capturing that frozen moment among many.
What do you love most about your job?
The fact I work for myself is a great one, if not a little too responsible! Also the people I get to meet, I have really hooked up with some great people in 2008. Networking!!
Which photographer's work do you admire?
I really like Tim Walker, he is amazing. I also like Testino and a really inspirational photographer I met recently called Linus Ricard.
If you weren't doing photography you would be.
In fashion somehow. I worked for an agency before that designed formal menswear for high street chains so I imagine I would be doing that, somewhere I am surrounded by fabrics and textures and my favorite – accessories!
If you could photograph anyone in the world who would it be?
Oooo that’s a hard one. Jesus or some of the writers of the bible.
What would you consider to be the highlights of your photography career so far?
Another hard one! 2008 really was a great year, not only did I start freelance fully but I got involved with some brilliant people in london called Fat Talent. They have kept me motivated and opened up a lot of doors in terms of meeting others. (Like you!)
Favourite book.Movie.and travel destination?
There is a great book called ‘surreality’ which is lots of as the title states, surreal art. I read a book about transgender as well when I was in Uni as I was looking at the skirt as a signifier of gender; that was really interesting, it was called the Transgender debate. Movie, honestly I have no idea, I never remember the names of them! Travel destination that I have been to, Cuba for sure.
What advise can you give to others trying to get into fashion photographer?
Network, network, network, network!


KEY LINKS:
http://www.uniflip.com/catalogs2/10523/18216/pub/index.html (the pictures in a magazine style)
http://www.carliart.blogspot.com
Www.carli-art.co.uk

La Geneve North presents ‘A LA MODE’

La Geneve North presents ‘A LA MODE’ – A fashion showcase dedicated to supporting some of the UK’s most outstanding emerging designers

After two years of directing and managing major catwalk shows for private and global clients, La Geneve North ( www.lagenevenorth.co.uk )are proud to present their Independent catwalk show “A La Mode”.

Be the first to see the Spring/Summer 09 collections of some of the UK’s most outstanding emerging designers. ‘A LA MODE’ will take place on the 6^th March 09 at the renowned creative Arts venue ‘The Rich Mix’ in Brick Lane.

The show aims to ensure designers taking part gain greater exposure and key contacts to help take their businesses to the next level. With the increase of established buyers being more open to stocking emerging UK designer collections, this is the perfect opportunity for Independent designers to get their brand out there and market themselves. Suzanne Burstein, Owner of www.feathersfashion.com recently highlighted that she is open to new design talent. “Going forward we’ll be concentrating on the London scene in terms of designers”.

Designers showcasing their collections on the night include award winning designer Danielle Morgan, Thandie Olivia, Veronique Couture, Danielle Scott (Opal Orchid Black) and Maria Cuji.

The entertainment line up includes an exclusive live performance from Ellements Entertainment Group and more.

Guests attending the event include buyers, press, journalists, PRs and other fashion professionals and enthusiasts.

Sponsors supporting the event include L.A Sugar and Vanessa Blake cosmetics.

The after party will be held at an exclusive central London venue.

ENDS

For further information contact:

Buyer and Press queries – yolande@lagenevenorth.co.uk

Event information and ticket purchases – info@lagenevenorth.co.uk

Tickets are £12 in advance for members of the public wishing to attend.

Notes to editors:

About La Geneve North:

La Geneve North Initially launched in 2006 as an ezine with a mission to “inform and entertain local fashion and lifestyle enthusiasts through presenting them with an exciting mix of high quality fashion and lifestyle content”. After discovering the majority of La Geneve North subscribers were emerging fashion inspiring entrepreneurs, La Geneve North decided to turn its editorial focus on featuring articles which engaged the newly discovered fashion entrepreneur reader. In 2007 La Geneve North launched its series of services which included fashion show directing/managing for emerging/Independent International designers.

Since the emerge of its event management launch, La Geneve North have directed and managed Catwalk shows for numerous high profile clients .

Events directed by La Geneve North have been featured in various prominent publications and opened many doors for emerging UK and International designers.

Visit: www.lagenevenorth.co.uk

About L.A Sugar:

A fabulous brand with a boutique in Carnaby Street that exclusively draws together a desirable hybrid of L.A.’s hottest womenswear fashion brands all designed and produced in L.A. The collections are full of sass and style with a knock-out celebrity fashion pack following including Lindsay Lohan, Nicole Richie, Christina Aguilera, Paris Hilton, Cameron Diaz, Eva Longoria, and the ‘Sex and the City’ stars.

Visit: www.la-sugar.com

About Vanessa Blake:

A high end cosmetics brand designed to enhance every shade (skin tone) and personality. Their cosmetics range fully embraces the uniqueness of every skin shade.

Visit: www.vanessablake.co.uk

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'Love Genevieve' showcases at Pre-London Fashion Week Party

'LOVE GENEVIEVE' fashion greeting cards showcased at Pre-London Fashion Week Party

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Love Genevieve ( www.lovegenevieve.co.uk ) greeting cards by Artist Yolande Letshou will be exhibited at the highly anticipated pre-London fashion week party hosted by Flaunt Fashion Attraction and Soiree Nights.

The event will take place on Wednesday 11^th February 2009 at the award winning Vendome bar and Lounge in Knightsbridge.

For those who are yet to come across ‘Love Genevieve’ Greeting cards, Love Genevieve comprises of a range of handmade fashion themed greeting cards and canvas Art pieces. All greeting card designs are reproductions of extraordinary unique original pieces done by self taught Artist Yolande Letshou. A trained journalist by profession Yolande spotted a gap in the market and came up with the idea of ‘Love Genevieve’ in 2007, after struggling to find a suitable fashion themed greeting card for a friend’s birthday.

The Pre-Fashion week party will also consist of models, scouts, designers, stylists, photographers, fashion houses, investors etc. all culminating under one roof in the very cosy Vendome bar.

Joining the event will also be Constant Casting, the most efficient and effective way of casting across the globe. They have casted for Golden Globe winning Slum Dog Millionaire, SKY/FOX, Lion King West End (London), Tim Burton's Alice In Wonderland, BBC FILMS, BBC, Film Four, Celador Films and many Bollywood films. Actors, models, dancers, etc will be able to join up during the evening and have a free profile with pictures, a CV and contact details.

The event will also be attended by various facets of fashion press and PR companies showcasing the event.

There will be a Champagne reception for all ladies from 7pm and goes on until 1am

Currently Love Genevieve greeting cards are available in a selection of retail outlets in Camden, Islington and online and are constantly expanding it’s distribution outlets.

ENDS

For further information contact:

E: info@lovegenevieve.co.uk

W: www.lovegenevieve.co.uk

NOTES TO EDITORS:

About Yolande Letshou

Yolande Letshou has been an artist for over 5 years, originally specialising in Landscapes and Life drawings. Her love of experimenting with colour is highly evident in her early works and current ‘Love Genevieve’ Art collection.

After graduating in Journalism (BA hons) in 2004, Yolande went on to work for a national paper, however due to her love and passion for fashion and business she gave her journalistic career a break and went on to work in the fashion fabrics buying department for John Lewis Head Office.

Since launching Love Genevieve, Yolande has been invited to conduct various creative and career workshops for secondary schools all over London. She has been heavily involved in the “Aces” project and Ecko Life 2006 event as a way of inspiring other young people to “reach for their dreams”.

In 2007 she was appointed as Retail editor for New York based publication Nolcha Metier, www.nolchametier, due to her expertise within the trends and retail sector. And as Nolcha’s ( www.nolcha.com) London fashion director.

THE OBAMA CONVERSE....

So... I decided to take some time out of my current hectic schedule to search for new shoes. Whilst searching for new footwear styles I came across the OBAMA CONVERSE…Yes you heard right Obama converses….

I thought I’d share this interesting footwear with you all :)

Enjoy and tell me what you think :)

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BELOW PIC: THE OBAMA CONVERSE BROUGHT TO YOU BY DJ AND FOUNDER OF DUNE SHOEs